October 29 is the third day dedicated to these cunning and hypnotic animalssuggested by Colleen Paige, an expert in the behavior of gatoswhich one wanted to make the population aware of the number of cats abandoned on the streets of cities. He October 29 it’s about the National Cat Day in the United States, but it is celebrated all over the world. It should be noted that in Europe they celebrate it on February 17 while Russia does it on March 1.
Whatever date International Cat Day is celebrated, the aim is to raise awareness about responsible ownership. If you decide to share your life with a cat, remember: adopt, care for, sterilize, keep their vaccines up to date and above all, give them the time they deserve, they are another member of the family.
On this occasion, the celebration is due to the name of a feline ethologist Colleen Paige. This expert in the field of cat behavior and behavior created this event to raise awareness among people. Their idea is that this opportunity is the ideal time to report the enormous number of cats in need of homes. And promote its adoption.
Plus, it’s about introducing people to the beautiful nature of these felines. So they can accept them and enjoy a life together. The basic principle is to inform yourself first and adopt later, but never buy. It doesn’t matter if they are babies or adults, all domestic cats deserve a family.
Other days of the cat
February 20 is the first International Day of the year on which they are honored. A date that commemorates the famous Socks, a black and white cat who rescued former President Bill Clinton from the street and who delighted visitors to the White House (including journalists). He also made ‘official visits’ to nursing homes, hospitals, etc.
Since 2002 and at the initiative of the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) the day is celebrated Cat world Elke August 8. with the aim of encouraging both cat owners and cat lovers to celebrate and care for them.
On this occasion, animal protection and shelter organizations offer the adoption of cats. When they reach adulthood, they are usually delivered sterilized to prevent their proliferation. And when they are small, a contract is signed stating that they will be neutered when they reach the appropriate age. These contracts also stipulate that the animal receives all the care and attention it needs for a full, healthy and happy life.
International Black Cat Day
He August 17 is he International Black Cat Day. This day is all about the rehabilitation of black cats. That they are victims of countless superstitions that come their way. That is why it is the ideal date to conduct specific information campaigns.
Culture and knowledge are the best ways to combat the unfounded beliefs that weigh on them. Especially in countries that consider themselves more ‘civilized’. And the most effective way to promote adoption of the thousands of black cats living in animal shelters around the world.
National Cat Days
Some European countries set this date February 17. between them Italy celebrates Cat Day. Instead, inside Russiathe feline anniversary It’s March 1. In Japanthey have chosen the February 22. And the origin of this date is very curious. It comes from the fact that 222 (22/2) is said ‘ni ni ni’, which is phonetically similar to ‘nyan nyan nyan’. What is the Japanese onomatopoeia sound for our ‘meow meow meow’.